With government shelters across the country nearing capacity, officials are considering a range of options from releasing the children more quickly to building more tent cities.
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The United Nations secretary general has announced a ceasefire deal for a vital port city on the Red Sea. If it works, it would allow humanitarian aid into the country.
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Steve Inskeep speaks with conservative MP Nigel Evans in the wake of Wednesday's failed no confidence vote concerning Prime Minister Theresa May.
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It appears that China has detained 2 Canadians in possible retaliation for Canada's arrest of a Chinese tech executive. And, a report says China may be scrapping a plan that angered President Trump.
Read More »Southern Baptist Seminary Reviews Its Legacy Of Racism
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary released a report detailing its history of slavery and racism. The president says the self-examination represents an "honest lament" for its past sins.
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Steve Inskeep talks to William Cohen, a former senator and secretary of Defense, who is among dozens of former legislators who warned current senators to defend democracy or face dire consequences.
Read More »News Brief: Russia Investigation, Pelosi Term Limit Deal, Migrant Shelters
Two sources implicate Trump in illegal campaign contributions. Nancy Pelosi agrees to a term limit to secure House speaker job. Government shelters are filled to near capacity with migrant children.
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A songwriting duo from Paradise, Calif., wrote an ode to their hometown, destroyed in last month's Camp Fire, called "One of these days." They've just released a professionally produced version.
Read More »Nurse Denied Life Insurance Because She Carries Naloxone
The U.S. surgeon general has called on "bystanders" to be equipped with the opioid reversal drug to save lives. But when a nurse answered that call, her application for life insurance was denied. Why?
Read More »No-Confidence Vote Fails, But Challenges To Theresa May’s Power Still Persist
Members of the ruling Conservative Party in the U.K. have voted in favor of Prime Minister Theresa May staying on as party leader, despite critics saying she has mishandled Brexit.
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